InterNACHI Residential Standards of Practice Course Questions and Answers | Latest Version | 2025/2026 | Correct & Verified

InterNACHI Residential Standards of Practice Course Questions and Answers | Latest Version | 2025/2026 | Correct & Verified Which of the following best describes the purpose of the InterNACHI Residential Standards of Practice? A) To provide marketing guidelines for home inspectors B) To establish a minimum standard for performing thorough home inspections C) To certify inspectors for specialized trades D) To replace local building codes B) To establish a minimum standard for performing thorough home inspections When inspecting a roof, which of the following should a home inspector always do? A) Remove shingles to check underlying layers B) Walk on every roof regardless of safety C) Identify the roof covering, observe its condition, and report visible defects D) Ignore small cracks in shingles C) Identify the roof covering, observe its condition, and report visible defects Which system is included under the InterNACHI Standards of Practice for inspection? A) Only electrical systems B) Only plumbing systems 2 C) Structural components, roofing, exterior, interior, plumbing, electrical, HVAC, and insulation D) Landscaping and lawn maintenance C) Structural components, roofing, exterior, interior, plumbing, electrical, HVAC, and insulation During a home inspection, how should interior walls be evaluated? A) Only check for aesthetic defects B) Observe the condition and report any material defects or safety hazards C) Ignore minor cracks D) Require testing for hidden mold in all cases B) Observe the condition and report any material defects or safety hazards Which of the following is a responsibility of a home inspector under the Standards of Practice? A) Provide cost estimates for repairs B) Detect and report material defects and unsafe conditions C) Guarantee the future condition of the home D) Recommend contractors for repairs B) Detect and report material defects and unsafe conditions When inspecting plumbing systems, which of the following should be included? A) Only kitchen sinks B) Water supply, fixtures, drains, and visible piping C) Underground septic tanks only 3 D) Pool and spa systems exclusively B) Water supply, fixtures, drains, and visible piping Which component of electrical systems should a home inspector evaluate? A) All wiring, outlets, fixtures, panels, and their visible condition B) Only lights in the living room C) All underground wiring outside the property D) Security systems exclusively A) All wiring, outlets, fixtures, panels, and their visible condition How should a home inspector assess heating systems? A) By operating them and observing performance, safety, and functional issues B) Only check if the furnace is turned on C) Inspect them only visually without testing D) Disassemble the unit for internal inspection A) By operating them and observing performance, safety, and functional issues Which of the following is included in the Standards of Practice for exterior inspection? A) Only the paint color B) Wall surfaces, flashing, trim, decks, porches, balconies, and drainage systems C) Lawn quality and landscape aesthetics D) Driveway materials exclusively B) Wall surfaces, flashing, trim, decks, porches, balconies, and drainage systems 4 When evaluating attic spaces, which action is required under the Standards of Practice? A) Remove insulation to check the roof deck B) Observe insulation, ventilation, and structural components visible from the access point C) Ignore insulation depth D) Test for mold without visible signs B) Observe insulation, ventilation, and structural components visible from the access point Which of the following is true regarding crawl space inspection? A) Inspect for structural components, ventilation, moisture, and insulation when accessible B) Enter all crawl spaces regardless of height or safety risks C) Inspect only for pest activity D) Measure soil pH for moisture analysis A) Inspect for structural components, ventilation, moisture, and insulation when accessible What should a home inspector do when observing material defects? A) Ignore minor issues B) Report material defects in writing with clarity for the client C) Only inform the real estate agent verbally